Director of Accounting Operations

Brock Johnson

***************@*****.*** • 732-***-****

SUMMARY

Highly accomplished Financial & Accounting Operations leader with over 20 years’ experience in designing, implementing, analyzing, and managing financial systems. A dynamic leader with exceptional management, organizational, training, multi-tasking and team building proficiencies. Adept at leading diverse teams. Recognized for effective communication, motivational, and conflict resolution skills.

SKILLS

• Deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Exceptional ability to manage work according to accounting principles

• General ledger account analysis

• High level knowledge of financial software packages: Quickbooks, MDS, DAI, YARDI

• Remarkable ability to adapt to new applications

• Proficient in Microsoft applications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PPLSI, Inc. - New Jersey Territory 2020 to present Regional Director (remote)

Promote, facilitate and monitor production and recruiting for the entire state of NJ. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivables for the region. Developed successful relationships with legal vendors to ensure quality service.

• Fostered massive production and associate recruiting increase, upward of 300% compared to the previous 3 years

• Recognized as one of the Top 5 Field Trainers, trained over 1000 associates.

• Moved NJ from #43 to #9 in the country, in production and recruiting. AJ Clarke, New York, NY

Director of Accounting Operations 2008 to 2020

Oversaw portfolio of 6000 residential and commercial units in New York City for a property management firm. Supervised everyday operations of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Legal and Leasing depts. Trained and supported over 50 office staff one on one, on use of industry/ site specific accounting software. Established efficient daily operating procedures, while suggesting future direction and enhancements. Generated and corrected month end financial reports for the 300 site partnerships under management, and replied to inquiries from Property Owners and managers.

• Pioneered an automated Accounts payable system and automated receivable lockbox which created faster and more accurate rent remittance processing, faster and more efficient invoice payment as well as expeditious statement generation

• Developed an imaging software that essentially created a paperless filing system. Brock Johnson / 732-***-****/ ***************@*****.*** Page 2

• Established primary connections and helped negotiate deals with companies such as Charter communications that has produced upward of 2 million dollars ($2,000,000+) in residual income for the managed properties and another $250,000 in front door income for AJ Clarke Real Estate.

• Spearheaded various Information systems projects relating to computer hardware and software purchases, Installation, and implementation to help increase overall operational efficiency.

Accounting Operations Manager 2001 to 2008

Administered efficient working of both account receivables and payables team and ensured all transaction according to schedule. Developed processes for accurate reporting of all revenue generated and collected. Monitored transaction process and reviewed it effectiveness on a regular basis. Performed tests on all control processes and prepared designs to improve processes. Designed processes to integrate both account receivables and account payable systems and performed tests on same. Coordinated with staff, management and vendors to ensure effective work. Hired and trained accounting employees evaluated performance and provided feedback. Assisted controller and other departments in completing special projects.

Software Implementation Coordinator 1999 to 2001

Set up accounting software systems and trained accounting staff on accounting procedures, property management systems and effective workflows.

Multi-Data Services Software 1997-1999

Account Executive

Maintained a working relationship with clients. Provided instruction to the client’s staff on how to most effectively use the accounting software as well as resolutions for problems being experienced. Consulted with the principals of client companies, on practices and enhancements that would allow the client to reach their max potential. Responsible for bringing in new business for the company by initiating cold calls, following warm leads. Responsible for conducting on-site sales presentations which also included ascertaining the hardware needs of prospects and preparing proposals for them and closing the sales transaction.

ACTIVITIES

Trailblazers Youth Club, Founder – a Not-for-Profit organization. 1999-present Served as President, coached, mentored and funded underprivileged youth in sports and fostered academic achievement. Managed accounting operations for the organization. Helped over 200 youth earn full college scholarships.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

American Institute of Banking

Accounting Principles Certification Courses

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